For the current generation of Australian stars, a Test series win over India remains an elusive dream. Australia Test captain Pat Cummins, along with others, are still hunting to lift the Border-Gavaskar Trophy despite claiming the World Test Championship (WTC) title in the one-off match at
Nic Maddinson's ambitions of returning to Test cricket are stronger than ever as he gears up to bring his impressive Sheffield Shield form back to New South Wales. Following a winter return to Sydney, Maddinson is also eager to reignite his T20 career after joining Sydney Thunder.
During the call, the two officials discussed regional developments in the Middle East and their humanitarian repercussions on civilians in the Gaza Strip.
Former Australia skipper Ricky Ponting on Tuesday showered praise on India pacer Jasprit Bumrah and said that he is probably been the "best multi-format bowler".
Since David Warner brought the curtain down on his illustrious Test career, Australia promoted Smith to the opening slot, but the batter has had a mixed bag of performances.
Smith, 35, hasn't dropped any hint about his retirement plans. With the T20 format set to be played at the LA 28 Olympics, Smith sees himself playing the shortest format of cricket in the next four years.
The WCA represents 16 player associations from different countries, including Australia, England, New Zealand, and South Africa. Notably, India (BCCI) and Pakistan (PCB) remain outside the WCA's representation, as neither country has a player association for active players.
Australian cricket captain Pat Cummins has expressed his enthusiasm over the possibility of competing in the Olympics, with the game approved for inclusion in the 2028 Los Angeles Olympics
India fast bowler Mohammed Shami is making significant strides in his recovery from an ankle injury that has kept him out of cricket since the ODI World Cup last November. The expectation is that he will be ready to participate in India's home season, starting with a Test series against Bang